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Greater Philadelphia Thinking Society

Classroom - Room 205

Dates: First Saturday of Each Month Time: 10:30a-12:30p Age Group: Adults 18+ Program Location: Classroom 205 Description: Participate in discussions on topics selected by the class from recent issues developed at the Greater Philadelphia Thinking Society. Topics available are drawn from many fields, including science, technology, philosophy, politics, education, economics, psychology, and

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Crafting Lab – Evening Session

STEAM Lab

Dates: Thursdays Time: 6:30-8:30p Age Group: Adults 18+ Program Format: In-person in the STEAM Lab Description: Bring a new or ongoing project and sew, knit or crochet along with fellow crafters. Crafters can use the library's equipment including sewing machines, notions, and irons, but are encouraged to bring their own fabric,

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Crafting Lab – Morning Session

STEAM Lab

Dates: Tuesdays Time: 10:30a-12:30p Age Group: Adults 18+ Location: STEAM Lab Description: Bring a new or ongoing project and sew, knit or crochet along with fellow crafters. Crafters can use the library's equipment including sewing machines, notions, and irons, but are encouraged to bring their own fabric, yarn and knitting/crochet needles.

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Famous Women in History

Shanis Auditorium

It All Started With Eve! - Famous Women in History Dates: Mondays 3/13 - 4/17 Time: 9:15a-10:30a Age Group: Adults 18+ Program Location: Shanis Auditorium Description:  Examine the impact influential women have made throughout history, including the effects of a patriarchal society and culture that has stifled female voices and opportunities for

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FULL – The Constitution

Classroom - Room 205

The Constitution in Six Weeks - Mon session Dates: Mondays 3/13 - 4/17 Time: 9:45a-11a Age Group: Adults 18+ Program Location: Classroom - 205 Description:  Discuss the history and structure of the Constitution, the Constitutional Convention, current arguments and misconceptions & details about certain Articles and Amendments. PLEASE NOTE: Masks are required.

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Weekend News Review

Shanis Auditorium

Weekend News Review Dates: Mondays 3/13-4/17 Time: 11:15a-12:30p Age Group: Adults 18+ Program Location: Shanis Auditorium Description:  Explore the views and positions expressed on weekend TV news shows and print news media. All viewpoints will be encouraged and discussed in this interactive course. Instructor: Dan Shoulberg has been a moderator of Current

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FULL – Drawing & Beyond

Classroom - Room 205

Drawing & Beyond Dates: Mondays 3/13-4/17, MAKE-UP CLASS ON MON 4/24 Time: 11:15a-12:30p Age Group: Adults 18+ Program Location: Classroom - 205 Description:  Study the importance of shape, value, and composition and learn to draw from studio set-ups & photos. For all drawing levels. Required supplies: drawing pencils & 9x12 drawing paper

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FULL – The Constitution

Classroom - Room 205

The Constitution in Six Weeks - Wed Session Dates: Wednesdays 3/15-4/19 Time: 9:45a-11a Age Group: Adults 18+ Program Location: Classroom - 205 Description:  Discuss the history and structure of the Constitution, the Constitutional Convention, current arguments and misconceptions & details about certain Articles and Amendments. PLEASE NOTE: Masks are required. Vaccinations are

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Jazz: From Bessie to Bebop

Shanis Auditorium

Jazz: From Bessie to Bebop, Brazil and Beyond Dates: Wednesdays 3/15-4/19 Time: 9:45a-11a Age Group: Adults 18+ Program Location: Shanis Auditorium Description:  Follow an unconventional history of jazz, from the early days to the present, focusing on the underlying musical, cultural, technological, and social influences, including the Great American Songbook of the

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Human Migration

Shanis Auditorium

Human Migration: Origins, Destinations, and Motivations  Dates: Wednesdays 3/15-4/19 Time: 11:15a-12:30p Age Group: Adults 18+ Program Location: Shanis Auditorium Description:  Explore past, present, and future issues of human migration in this multi-disciplinary exploration, touching upon why migration occurs, the evolution and impact of immigration policies, and the influence of science and

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History of US Income Taxes

Classroom - Room 205

US Income Taxes - History, Evolution and Understanding Dates: Wednesdays 3/15-4/19 Time: 11:15a-12:30p Age Group: Adults 18+ Program Location: Classroom - 205 Description:  Learn about the history and evolution of U.S. Income Taxes and the laws surrounding them. Understand how these developments have shaped our income taxes today. Instructor: Jeff Thomas

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ADL Lunch Social Hour

Classroom - Room 205

Dates: Wednesdays 3/15-4/19 Time: 12:30-1:30p Age Group: Adults 18+ Program Location: Classroom - 205 Description:  Bring a brown bag lunch to eat and socialize with fellow attendees. No registration required. YOUR SUPPORT MATTERS This free series is funded by the Friends of UDPL from public donations. Your continued support will fund future

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The Russo-Ukraine War

Shanis Auditorium

The Russo-Ukraine War Dates: Wednesdays 3/15-4/19 Time: 1:30-2:45p Age Group: Adults 18+ Program Location: Shanis Auditorium Description:  Examine the history of Ukraine and Russia that led to the current conflict. Learn about the two different military organizations, their recruitment and training tactics, as well as citizen involvement and morale on both

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Looking at Art

Shanis Auditorium

Looking at Art: Historical to Contemporary Dates: Fridays 3/17-4/21 Time: 9:45a-11a Age Group: Adults 18+ Program Location: Shanis Auditorium Description:  Learn to view and explore art in this thematic, conversational-style course, featuring a diversity of artists, museums, and "-isms". Participants will discuss the ways of seeing that reveal techniques artists use to

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MAKE UP CLASS – NEW LOCATION – Aging in Place

Conference Room - 208

The make up session of this series will be held on Friday, 4/28 in the conference room - 208.  Aging in Place Dates: Fridays 3/17-4/21. CLASS CANCELED ON FRI 4/7 Time: 9:45a-11a Age Group: Adults 18+ Program Location: Classroom - 205 Description:  Discover strategies and tips to stay in your home as

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The Broadway Musical

The Broadway Musical: An American Phenomenon Dates: Fridays 3/17-4/28 - FRI 3/17 is POSTPONED, CLASS RESUMES FRI 3/24 & IS EXTENDED TO 4/28 Time: 11:15a-12:30p Age Group: Adults 18+ Program Location: Shanis Auditorium Description:  Since 1866, the Broadway musical has reflected and influenced American culture, topped the charts and permeated our

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Famous Women in History

Shanis Auditorium

It All Started With Eve! - Famous Women in History Dates: Mondays 3/13 - 4/17 Time: 9:15a-10:30a Age Group: Adults 18+ Program Location: Shanis Auditorium Description:  Examine the impact influential women have made throughout history, including the effects of a patriarchal society and culture that has stifled female voices and opportunities for

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FULL – The Constitution

Classroom - Room 205

The Constitution in Six Weeks - Mon session Dates: Mondays 3/13 - 4/17 Time: 9:45a-11a Age Group: Adults 18+ Program Location: Classroom - 205 Description:  Discuss the history and structure of the Constitution, the Constitutional Convention, current arguments and misconceptions & details about certain Articles and Amendments. PLEASE NOTE: Masks are required.

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Weekend News Review

Shanis Auditorium

Weekend News Review Dates: Mondays 3/13-4/17 Time: 11:15a-12:30p Age Group: Adults 18+ Program Location: Shanis Auditorium Description:  Explore the views and positions expressed on weekend TV news shows and print news media. All viewpoints will be encouraged and discussed in this interactive course. Instructor: Dan Shoulberg has been a moderator of Current

POSTPONED – Drawing & Beyond

Classroom - Room 205

Drawing & Beyond Dates: Mondays 3/13-4/17, CLASS ON 3/27 IS POSTPONED UNTIL NEXT WEEK! Time: 11:15a-12:30p Age Group: Adults 18+ Program Location: Classroom - 205 Description:  Study the importance of shape, value, and composition and learn to draw from studio set-ups & photos. For all drawing levels. Required supplies: drawing pencils &

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Crafting Lab – Morning Session

STEAM Lab

Dates: Tuesdays Time: 10:30a-12:30p Age Group: Adults 18+ Program Format: In-person in the STEAM Lab Description: Bring a new or ongoing project and sew, knit or crochet along with fellow crafters. Crafters can use the library's equipment including sewing machines, notions, and irons, but are encouraged to bring their own fabric,

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English Conversation Group for ESL Speakers

Board Room

Date: Every Tuesday Time: 1:30-3p Age Group: Adults (18+) Location: Board Room Description: Would you like to practice your English in a safe, caring environment? Come to our Conversation Group and improve your English language skills! No registration necessary - just drop in. Registration: No registration required.

Distinguished Author Series: Pam Jenoff

LIVE: via Zoom

Dates: Tuesday 3/28 Time: 7-8p Age Group: Adults 18+ Program Location: via Zoom Description: Join us for an exciting trip through time as we chat with New York Times bestselling historical fiction author Pam Jenoff about her newest book Code Name Sapphire! In Code Name Sapphire, A woman must rescue her cousin's family from a train bound

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FULL – The Constitution

Classroom - Room 205

The Constitution in Six Weeks - Wed Session Dates: Wednesdays 3/15-4/19 Time: 9:45a-11a Age Group: Adults 18+ Program Location: Classroom - 205 Description:  Discuss the history and structure of the Constitution, the Constitutional Convention, current arguments and misconceptions & details about certain Articles and Amendments. PLEASE NOTE: Masks are required. Vaccinations are

Recurring

Jazz: From Bessie to Bebop

Shanis Auditorium

Jazz: From Bessie to Bebop, Brazil and Beyond Dates: Wednesdays 3/15-4/19 Time: 9:45a-11a Age Group: Adults 18+ Program Location: Shanis Auditorium Description:  Follow an unconventional history of jazz, from the early days to the present, focusing on the underlying musical, cultural, technological, and social influences, including the Great American Songbook of the

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Human Migration

Shanis Auditorium

Human Migration: Origins, Destinations, and Motivations  Dates: Wednesdays 3/15-4/19 Time: 11:15a-12:30p Age Group: Adults 18+ Program Location: Shanis Auditorium Description:  Explore past, present, and future issues of human migration in this multi-disciplinary exploration, touching upon why migration occurs, the evolution and impact of immigration policies, and the influence of science and

Recurring

History of US Income Taxes

Classroom - Room 205

US Income Taxes - History, Evolution and Understanding Dates: Wednesdays 3/15-4/19 Time: 11:15a-12:30p Age Group: Adults 18+ Program Location: Classroom - 205 Description:  Learn about the history and evolution of U.S. Income Taxes and the laws surrounding them. Understand how these developments have shaped our income taxes today. Instructor: Jeff Thomas

Recurring

ADL Lunch Social Hour

Classroom - Room 205

Dates: Wednesdays 3/15-4/19 Time: 12:30-1:30p Age Group: Adults 18+ Program Location: Classroom - 205 Description:  Bring a brown bag lunch to eat and socialize with fellow attendees. No registration required. YOUR SUPPORT MATTERS This free series is funded by the Friends of UDPL from public donations. Your continued support will fund future

Recurring

The Russo-Ukraine War

Shanis Auditorium

The Russo-Ukraine War Dates: Wednesdays 3/15-4/19 Time: 1:30-2:45p Age Group: Adults 18+ Program Location: Shanis Auditorium Description:  Examine the history of Ukraine and Russia that led to the current conflict. Learn about the two different military organizations, their recruitment and training tactics, as well as citizen involvement and morale on both

Recurring

Crafting Lab – Evening Session

STEAM Lab

Dates: Thursdays Time: 6:30-8:30p Age Group: Adults 18+ Program Format: In-person in the STEAM Lab Description: Bring a new or ongoing project and sew, knit or crochet along with fellow crafters. Crafters can use the library's equipment including sewing machines, notions, and irons, but are encouraged to bring their own fabric,

Recurring

Looking at Art

Shanis Auditorium

Looking at Art: Historical to Contemporary Dates: Fridays 3/17-4/21 Time: 9:45a-11a Age Group: Adults 18+ Program Location: Shanis Auditorium Description:  Learn to view and explore art in this thematic, conversational-style course, featuring a diversity of artists, museums, and "-isms". Participants will discuss the ways of seeing that reveal techniques artists use to

Recurring

MAKE UP CLASS – NEW LOCATION – Aging in Place

Conference Room - 208

The make up session of this series will be held on Friday, 4/28 in the conference room - 208.  Aging in Place Dates: Fridays 3/17-4/21. CLASS CANCELED ON FRI 4/7 Time: 9:45a-11a Age Group: Adults 18+ Program Location: Classroom - 205 Description:  Discover strategies and tips to stay in your home as

Recurring

The Broadway Musical

The Broadway Musical: An American Phenomenon Dates: Fridays 3/17-4/28 - FRI 3/17 is POSTPONED, CLASS RESUMES FRI 3/24 & IS EXTENDED TO 4/28 Time: 11:15a-12:30p Age Group: Adults 18+ Program Location: Shanis Auditorium Description:  Since 1866, the Broadway musical has reflected and influenced American culture, topped the charts and permeated our

Recurring

Greater Philadelphia Thinking Society

Classroom - Room 205

Dates: First Saturday of Each Month Time: 10:30a-12:30p Age Group: Adults 18+ Program Location: Classroom 205 Description: Participate in discussions on topics selected by the class from recent issues developed at the Greater Philadelphia Thinking Society. Topics available are drawn from many fields, including science, technology, philosophy, politics, education, economics, psychology, and

Recurring

Famous Women in History

Shanis Auditorium

It All Started With Eve! - Famous Women in History Dates: Mondays 3/13 - 4/17 Time: 9:15a-10:30a Age Group: Adults 18+ Program Location: Shanis Auditorium Description:  Examine the impact influential women have made throughout history, including the effects of a patriarchal society and culture that has stifled female voices and opportunities for

Recurring

FULL – The Constitution

Classroom - Room 205

The Constitution in Six Weeks - Mon session Dates: Mondays 3/13 - 4/17 Time: 9:45a-11a Age Group: Adults 18+ Program Location: Classroom - 205 Description:  Discuss the history and structure of the Constitution, the Constitutional Convention, current arguments and misconceptions & details about certain Articles and Amendments. PLEASE NOTE: Masks are required.

Recurring

Weekend News Review

Shanis Auditorium

Weekend News Review Dates: Mondays 3/13-4/17 Time: 11:15a-12:30p Age Group: Adults 18+ Program Location: Shanis Auditorium Description:  Explore the views and positions expressed on weekend TV news shows and print news media. All viewpoints will be encouraged and discussed in this interactive course. Instructor: Dan Shoulberg has been a moderator of Current